Privacy Policy 27/11/2024

At NearbyWonders.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how it is used, and the steps we take to safeguard your information. By accessing or using NearbyWonders.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from our users:

• Personal Information: This includes any information you provide directly to us, such as when you sign up for our newsletter, submit a story, or contact us. Examples of personal information include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Location

  • Any other information you provide voluntarily

• Non-Personal Information: This includes information automatically collected from your use of our website, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited on the site

  • Referring website or search term

  • Duration of visits and interactions on the site

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Improve Your Experience: We use both personal and non-personal information to enhance your browsing experience and offer more relevant content.

• To Communicate With You: We may send newsletters, updates, or respond to your inquiries. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.

• To Personalize Content: We may use your data to customize our content and recommendations based on your interests.

• To Conduct Analytics: We may use non-personal data to understand user behavior, improve our website’s performance, and conduct analytics.

• To Provide Customer Support: We use your contact information to assist with any inquiries or issues you may encounter.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your data in the following cases:

• With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in running our website, managing newsletters, or conducting analytics. These providers are obligated to protect your data and use it only for the intended purposes.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal information if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect our rights and safety.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of that process.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect non-personal information about your usage of the site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us enhance your user experience by remembering preferences, tracking website activity, and analyzing trends.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect the functionality of certain features on the site.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no data transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and Update Your Information: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and make corrections if necessary.

• Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the emails or contacting us directly.

• Delete Your Information: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations or retention policies.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

NearbyWonders.com does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information. If you believe we may have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we update the policy, the "Effective Date" at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:

• Email: contact@nearbywonders.com

By using NearbyWonders.com, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your personal data!